Comparison

Case Files vs GRS 11th Edition

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Case Files

This app offers 40 realistic clinical cases to sharpen critical thinking and improve patient care in geriatrics. It includes discussions, key terms, clinical pearls, and board-style review questions to reinforce learning and help users learn instead of memorize.

Highlights
  • 40 high-yield clinical cases
  • Board-style review questions
  • Clinical pearls for key concepts
  • Study, Exam, and Bookmark modes
  • Progress tracking
  • Interactive case explanations
  • iCloud support for multi-device use
Features
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Master Geriatrics—Fast—Learn to care for complex elderly patients through real clinical cases. Case Files: Geriatrics delivers high-yield content designed to improve clinical judgment and patient-centered care. Think Beyond the Diagnosis -Geriatric patients require nuanced decision-making. Each case helps you develop the clinical reasoning needed to manage multiple conditions, medications, and functional concerns. High-Yield Review for Complex Care -Designed for exam prep and real-world practice: -40 high-yield geriatric cases -Step-by-step clinical reasoning -Clear explanations and clinical pearls -Built for understanding, not memorization Built for Exam & Clinical Success -Prepare effectively for USMLE Step 2 CK and rotations with focused, high-impact content. Study Anywhere, Anytime -Review cases quickly -Track your progress -Learn in short, focused sessions Trusted Case Files® Series -Proven case-based learning -Real-world clinical scenarios -High-yield, exam-focused content Get Started -Download the app to access sample cases. Unlock the full set for complete geriatrics review. Expanded Apps Privacy Policy: https://expandedapps.com/privacy-policy/

 Expanded Apps Terms of Use: https://expandedapps.com/terms-of-use/ First Edition

About

GRS 11th Edition

Features
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The Geriatrics Review Syllabus: A Core Curriculum in Geriatric Medicine, 11th Edition (GRS11) is a comprehensive reference containing the latest developments in the field of geriatric medicine. • 72 chapters covering the prevailing evaluation and management strategies in geriatric medicine, including 5 new additions: Psychology of Aging, Advance Care Planning, Healthy Aging, Home-Based Medical Care, and Telehealth • Recent research findings and strength-of-evidence (SOE) ratings for key diagnostic, therapeutic, and prognostic information •400 case-oriented, multiple-choice questions with answers, critiques, and references providing an effective, valuable self-assessment & study tool. • 115 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™ and 115 ABIM Maintenance of Certification (MOC) points for those who successfully pass the self-assessment portion of the GRS11 with a score of 70% of higher 1/1/2022 through 12/30/2024

Screenshots

Case Files4 screens
GRS 11th Edition4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: GRS 11th Edition at none against Case Files's 7. GRS 11th Edition also leads on update cadence (every 6 months vs every 20 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Case Files sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per 7 days. GRS 11th Edition asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Case Files ships an update every 20 months, GRS 11th Edition every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 5 level
Case Files versus GRS 11th Edition: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCase FilesGRS 11th Edition
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 20 monthsEvery 6 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB110 MB
Age rating+1217+
DeveloperExpanded AppsAmerican Geriatrics Society

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Case Files

Subscriptions5
  • 1 Week$8.997 Days
  • Weekly Access$10.997 Days
  • 1 Month$18.991 Month
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  • Monthly Access$19.991 Month
  • 1 Year$69.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime Access$29.99
  • Case Files Geriatrics, Geriatric Medicine, Gerontology Clinical Cases$39.99
None

GRS 11th Edition

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Case Files free?
Case Files is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is GRS 11th Edition free?
GRS 11th Edition is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Case Files or GRS 11th Edition have ads?
Neither Case Files nor GRS 11th Edition shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Case Files or GRS 11th Edition?
Case Files ships an update every 20 months, and GRS 11th Edition every 6 months. Most recently, Case Files was updated on October 15, 2026 and GRS 11th Edition on October 28, 2026.

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